THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND FAMILY SUPPORT WITH FAMILY COMPLIANCE IN CONTROLLING THE CLIENT’S MEDICATION WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Schizophrenia caused by confusion of thought, where individuals are unable to adapt to themselves, other people, society, and the environment. The prevalence of schizophrenic sufferers is around 0.2% to 2% or 24 hours of sufferers worldwide. Recurrence of schizophrenia is often caused by client noncompliance with treatment and lack of family support. The purpose of this study was to analyze the factors associated with family compliance in controlling the client's medication with schizophrenia. The research was conducted in March 2018 at NagariCupakSolok. Research design cross sectional study with a sample size of 38 respondents. Data collection using a questionnaire with the interview method. The results showed that 55.3% of respondents were not compliant in taking medication, 42.1% had low knowledge and 60.5% had poor family support. Based on the research results, it is found that there is a relationship between knowledge, and family support in medication adherence. This is influenced by the very low family support factor due to the busyness of each family member, so it is advisable to pay more attention to the family member's medication schedule. Solok District increased counseling on medication compliance.

Key Wordsi: Education, Knowledge, Family support, Compliance with Schizophrenia Medication